Summer PROGRAM Online is Here

Welcome to the summer edition of PROGRAM Online!
This issue includes interviews with a number of prominent sonographers and physicians, two veterinary features, introductions to new CIVCO team members, and a discussion of the future of ultrasound guidance in regional anesthesia. In short – PROGRAM Online is the perfect excuse to stay inside and read rather [...]

Regional Anesthesia Shifts to Ultrasound Guided Delivery

While regional anesthesia has existed for many decades, the development of highly advanced ultrasound systems over the last 20 years has changed the specialty’s practice substantially. Traditional regional anesthesia delivery relied upon anatomical landmarks and peripheral nerve stimulation to identify nerve location and guide the clinician.  Given the variability amongst people, and the difficulty of [...]

Ultrasound Plays Important Role in Chicken Ovarian Cancer Studies

Our medical community has long struggled to find an appropriate animal model for the study of human ovarian cancer, a disease which causes 140,000 human deaths annually. In 2007, a medical research team revealed strong evidence that they’ve found that animal: chickens.
The interdisciplinary team from Rush University Medical Center, the University of Illinois at Champaign-Urbana [...]

CIVCO Transducer Covers Aid in Dolphin Studies

In 2001, Jack and Donna Kassewitz founded the Miami-based Speak Dolphin Research Project. Speak Dolphin researches dolphin communication in multiple ways, including annual research expeditions to work with dolphins in their natural environment. Recently, Jack contacted CIVCO for a sample of our 610-015 transducer cover. During a routine conversation, Matt Mitchell, CIVCO Inside Sales Representative, [...]

CIVCO’s eTRAX™ Paired with Leading Ultrasound Systems

CIVCO launched eTRAX, our breakthrough needle guidance system, at RSNA 2009. eTRAX features an electromagnetic sensor embedded into the needle tip, enabling real-time, 3D image-guided navigation in a variety of clinical settings, and is paired with a sterile sheath cover. “The eTRAX tool kit is unique in both its design and clinical versatility,” Dr. Bill [...]

CIVCO Offers Multiple Ultra-Pro II™ Guides and Brackets for Toshiba Aplio MX Transducers

CIVCO Medical Solutions has introduced Ultra-Pro II needle guides and brackets compatible with the following Toshiba Aplio MX transducers: PST-25BT, PST-25ST, PST-30BT, PST-30SBT, PVT-375AT, PVT-375AX, PVT-375BT, PVT-375ST, PLT-604AT, PLT704AT, PLT-704ST, PLT-704SBT, and PLT-805AT.  The Ultra-Pro II utilizes a two-part system consisting of a custom reusable biopsy bracket and a disposable snap-on needle guide. Expected applications [...]

CIVCO Introduces Disposable Dual-Path Needle Guide for Siemens BP9-4 Bi-Plane Transducer

CIVCO Medical Solutions has introduced a disposable, dual-path transrectal needle guide for the Siemens BP9-4 bi-plane transducer. This new easy-to-use guide is designed specifically for prostate biopsies, making it quicker and easier for physicians to complete the required biopsy regimen. The unique biopsy guide allows users access to live bi-plane biopsy functionality and clearly identifies [...]

CIVCO Expands Compatibility for Latex-Free CIV-Flex™ Holster Cover for Breast Biopsy

CIVCO Medical Solutions has expanded compatibility for the Latex-Free CIV-Flex Holster Cover to include the Ethicon Endo-Surgery Mammotome® Hand-Held, Mammotome® EX System and SenoRX Encor™ systems. The CIV-Flex cover is intended to provide protective coverage for breast biopsy systems. The cover serves a dual purpose offering a clear covering for easy identification and manipulation of [...]

CIVCO Introduces Redesigned, Disposable Endocavity Needle Guide for GE Healthcare

CIVCO Medical Solutions has introduced a newly redesigned, disposable endocavity needle guide for GE Healthcare ultrasound transducers, including the E72, E721, E8C, E8C-RS, E8CS, IC5-9-D, IC5-9H, MTZ and MZ. The single-piece design of this needle guide offers a low profile, smooth entry tip and has been designed with patient comfort in mind. Anticipated applications include [...]

CIVCO Offers Infiniti™ and Ultra-Pro II™ Needle Guidance for Esaote Ultrasound Platforms

CIVCO Medical Solutions has introduced the Infiniti needle guidance system for use with Esaote’s LA332, SL3323, CA631, CA421, CA430, CA431, and SC4321 transducers. Esaote’s transducers, coupled with the Infiniti needle guidance system, are used in imaging applications to shorten procedure time and increase accuracy. CIVCO is also announcing the release of its Ultra-Pro II needle [...]

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